CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-001) — Question 51

A client requests that a penetration tester emulate a help desk technician who was recently laid off. Which of the following BEST describes the abilities of the threat actor?

Answer options

• A. Advanced persistent threat
• B. Script kiddie
• C. Hacktivist
• D. Organized crime

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, as a script kiddie typically refers to someone with limited technical skills who uses existing tools and scripts to exploit systems. The other options suggest more sophisticated or organized threats, which do not align with the capabilities implied by emulating a recently laid-off help desk technician.